Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home, Inc. Obituaries - Eulogy Assistant (2024)

Obituary Preview: Robert W. Whaley on April 27th, 2024 at the age of 99. Beloved husband of the late Mae, and the late Gloria. Devoted father of Judy ( Steve) Bauer, Susan (Bruce) Peterson, Nancy (Michael) Maier, and step-father of Sandy Rahilly, Jinx Boughal, and Midge Hamner. Cherished grandfather of Nancy Lyn (Robert) Muhs, Robert Peterson, Beth (Danny) Murphy, Erin Maier, Sean (Luna) Maier, Ryan Maier. Great-grandfather of Victoria, Lindsay, and Brendan Muhs, and Olivia and Ben Sandt. He was a member of the Oyster Bay Lions Club, The Masonic Lodge #806 Oyster Bay, and a Honorary Member of the Atlantic Steamer Fire Co., #1 and the Oyster Bay Volunteer and Exempt Firemans Benevolent Assoc.

Family will receive friends at the Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home, Inc. Tuesday 7-9 p.m. & Wednesday 2-4, & 7-9 p.m.

Funeral Service Thursday Christ Church 61 East Main Street Oyster Bay 10:30 a.m. Interment Memorial Cemetery of St. John’s Church

Obituary Preview: Fred L. Seidl, Jr. of Jericho, NY formerly of East Norwich, NY on March 26. 2024. Beloved husband of Pauline. Loving father of Tricia (Chris), David (Trina), Christina (Corey) and Robert. Cherished grandfather of Jessica, Thomas, Amanda (Matt), Matthew, Casey and Lily. Great Grandfather to Alice and Sam (aka Moose,) Also survived by many loving relatives and friends. Proud US Army veteran.

Family will receive friends at the Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home, Inc. on Monday from 3-7 p.m. Interment Tuesday Calverton National Cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Joan Angelica Berbig on March 22, 2024 of East Norwich, New York.

Beloved wife of the late Arthur. Loving mother of Mark (the late Linda), Matthew, Steven, Lisa, Christopher (Carmel), and Kurt. Cherished grandmother of Jessie, Dana, Justin, and Tyla.

Dear sister of Patrick (Willa) Izzo. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday March 27th, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. Chapel of St. Dominic's R.C.Church

Interment to follow Locust Valley Cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Elise (Lee) Bradley Mackay of Locust Valley, NY, daughter of the late Elise Cavanagh Bradley and the late Thomas A. Bradley, Jr, died peacefully at home on March 15, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. Lee attended Green Vale School in Glen Head and the Convent of the Sacred Heart at Noroton, Ct. She made her debut in 1964 at a supper dance hosted by her parents at Tabhill. Lee graduated from Connecticut College in 1968 where she studied Art History. She had a lifelong passion for the Arts and enjoyed attending ballet, theatre, opera and visiting museums.

Lee had a career in real estate in Locust Valley for over forty years. She worked with Piping Rock Associates and her last affiliation was with Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty, where she was a highly regarded associate broker.

In 1990, Lee married Patrick H. Mackay. Together they traveled the world... in some cases to see one of their racehorses run in Dubai or Paris; or for a shooting trip; or just to explore and experience their favorite countries. Lee loved the outdoors... horseback riding, golf, salmon fishing, shooting and gardening. She owned many Labrador retrievers over the years and could often be seen walking with one of them. A very accomplished rider, Lee hunted with the Meadow Brook Hounds until they disbanded in 1970. She also competed in horse shows including the National Horse Show at Madison Square Garden and the Piping Rock Horse Show.Lee was a very good golfer, having benefitted from her parents' coaching at a young age. She was a member of the Women's Long Island Golf Association for over fifty years; and won several tournaments including the Pinehurst Low Gross with Hope Lapsley in 2005, Closing Day Ruth Torgerson Leffler Trophy in 2007, and the Davis Cup in 1991 and 2002. The Davis Cup is a family tournament and over a period of about thirty years, Lee played with her parents, sister and brother-in-law, aunt, cousins and her husband's nephew. Lee was the Club Rep for Piping Rock through the 2021 season, helping to set up both the Opening Day and Davis Cup tournaments for many years.

Lee was also an avid gardener. She joined the North Country Garden Club in 1993 and was an-extremely involved member. For many years, Lee chaired the Membership Committee and Civic Projects Committee. She was a two-time winner of the President's Cup in 2004 and 2014; and also won the coveted Adele R. Norris Award for Best Artistic Arrangement as a provisional member in 1994. For her many contributions as an invaluable member of the club, Lee received NCGV's Certificate of Appreciation in 2014. Lee designed and nurtured her own garden for almost 30 years and in 2023 NCGC recognized the beautiful landscape she had created by choosing it as a "pop-up" garden. On a specific day that summer, her garden was open to members who wished to stroll through and enjoy.

Lee is survived by her husband Patrick H. Mackay, sisters Belle C. Bradley and Renee B. Bradley, her aunt Sara Cavanagh Schwartz and nephew and niece Christopher and Wendy Merz. Lee will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

Obituary Preview: Jo-Ann Marotti of Lewisville,TX formerly of Oyster Bay, NY on March 13, 2024. Beloved daughter of the late Carmine and Jean. Survived by her brother Fred and sister Suzanne Busch (Bill), nephews and nieces: Keaton (Agnes), Quaid, Aidan, Keara, Tahnee, Finian, Sian, Andrew Busch and Mareena Busch, cousins and many friends.

Jo-Ann loved her two miniature poodles Luce and Rico and her vegetable garden.

A Celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

Obituary Preview: Mora Elizabeth Gibney (nee Davis) of Syosset, NY on March 12, 2024. Loving wife of Charles of 70 years. Beloved mother of Laurie, Scott (Susan) and Glenn (Lynnette). Cherished grandmother of 7.

A memorial service will be held at Christ Church, Oyster Bay, NY on Saturday March 23, 2024, at 11 a.m.

Obituary Preview: Heinl, Richard C- “Dick” passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. He is predeceased by his loving wife, Isabel, and survived by his 3 children, Pamela (Frank) Martocci, Laura Brininger, and R. Scott (Michelle). Dick was blessed to have 6 grandchildren- Caroline and Stephen Martocci, Andrew and Nicholas Brininger, Connor and Shane Heinl and many loving nieces and nephews.

Born on October 24, 1924, Dick was very accomplished in all that he set his mind to do. He was a decorated World War II Veteran with the United States Army: 94th Infantry Division, 376 Expert Infantry Regiment. He was awarded the Bronze Star, Combat Infantry Badge, American Campaign Medal, European-African- Middle East Medal, WWII Victory Medal, and Good Conduct Medal. Once returning from War, Dick went on to pursue a career in Dentistry and Orthodontics. His schooling included a degree from Fordham University, University of Pennsylvania School of Dentistry and then later going on to receive a degree in Orthodontics from Columbia University.

Dick was an accomplished private pilot. He was a founding member and president of the North Shore Ski Club (NSSC), Past President of the Columbia Orthodontic Society, and Member of the Manhasset American Legion Post 304 for 70 years. Dick was a Past President of St. Francis Bravehearts and a volunteer at St. Francis hospital. Dick enjoyed the challenges and thrills of all sports including skiing, golf, tennis, sailing, and many more. There was not a sport that he did not try, enjoy and master.

At 99 years young, Dick enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren and the many friends at the Life Enrichment Center in Oyster Bay where he spent many days participating in programs and having a good time with friends.

Obituary Preview: Philip E. Bonanza of Huntington, NY on March 12, 2024. Loving husband of Patricia (nee Dalton). Beloved father of Philip Jr, (Stephanie), Michael, Christine, Tricia (Paul) and Frank. Cherished Grandfather of Michael, (Danielle), Annamarie, (Brennan), James, Nicholas, Amanda (Luc), Ryan, Joseph, Theresa, Tyler and Alec.

Dear Brother of John. Also survived by many relatives and friends.

Phil was the Proprietor of Bonanza Stand in Oyster Bay, NY and former Chief of the Bayville Fire Co.

Family will receive friends at the Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home, Inc. on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian burial on Tuesday at 10: 30 a.m. at the Church of St. Gertrude in Bayville, NY.

Obituary Preview: Pat Mastrorocco on March 3, 2024, Of East Norwich, NY.

Beloved husband of Andrea. Loving father of Nicolas. Cherished sonof the late Pasquale and Mildred, son in-law of Audrey Cupolo,Dear brother of Martin (Linda) and brother-in-law of Andrew Cupolo, Adrienne Cupolo, Alison (Chris) Lingen. Loving Uncle of Faith, Christopher, Michael, Michelle, and Lisa, and great-uncle of Michael, Isabella, and Abigail.

Family will receive friends Thursday 4-8 p.m.

Funeral Mass Friday 10:30 a.m. Chapel of St. Dominic's R.C.C.

Interment to follow St. Charles Cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Donna Maria Gace of Huntington, NY on February 24, 2024. Beloved mother of Jeanine Marie Fischer. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday February 24, 2024, at St. Charles Cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Ann Pepin Smith peacefully passed away at her home on February 20, 2024. Ann was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, Clinton Smith. She is survived by her loving daughters, Jennifer (Andrew) Loughlin and Tamara (Mark) Todd. Ann had seven grandchildren who she adored, Sarah Loughlin, Heather (Jonathan) Loughlin, Mary Loughlin, Kelly Loughlin, Christopher (Megan) Todd, Kyle Todd, and Laura Todd. Ann worked at the Oyster Bay Library for 32 years, was an active member of Christ Church, and volunteered at the Christeen Oyster Sloop Preservation Corp with her husband, as well as various charitable works. She was a kind, loving person who will be greatly missed by her family and all those who knew her.

The family will receive friends on Friday March 1, 2024, 3-7 p.m. at the Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home 293 South Street Oyster Bay, N.Y. Funeral Service will be Saturday March 2, 2024, at Christ Church 55 East Main Street Oyster Bay NY at 11 a.m.

Obituary Preview: Bill Dupré, 70, of Naperville Illinois, formerly of Oyster Bay, NY. Beloved husband of Terry (nee Parente). Loving father of Jacqueline, Billy, Michelle, Emily, Elizabeth and Abigail. Cherished grandfather of 10. Dear brother of Robert, John, James and Edward. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends.

The family will have a memorial gathering for friends and loved ones at the Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home, Inc. on Monday, April 15, 2024, from 3pm to 6pm.

Obituary Preview: Anna S. Ruschmann of Port Washington, NY on February 13, 2024. Devoted wife of the late Frederick. Loving mother of Herbert (Irene) and Peter. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends.

Visiting at the Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home on Sunday February 18, 2024, from 2-6 p.m.

Interment Calverton National Cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Dolores Maureen Aquilino, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend passed away on Monday, February 12th in Reisterstown, MD, at the age of 88. She was a feisty and spunky lady that adored her family more than anything in the world. She

will be greatly missed each and every day. Dolores, or “Maureen” as she was known to friends and family, was born on September 24th, 1935 in Larksville, PA. She graduated from Larksville High School and remained in the area until the very memorable year of 1958. This was the year Maureen would go on to marry the love of her life, Louis Aquilino of Oyster Bay, NY. This little town on Long Island became the place her family called home for many, many years. Prior to starting her family, Maureen worked as an Administrative Assistant for Republic Aviation from 1958 until 1964. During this time, Maureen and Louis became icons within the Oyster Bay community as they regularly attended community events and supported local causes. Her presence was always known as she made it a point to make everyone in the room feel special. She made life-long friends in Oyster Bay - the kind of friends that make you proud and stick with you until the end. Although, as proud as she was of the life they had been building in Oyster Bay, it wasn’t complete until her only son, Timothy Aquilino, was born in 1965. At this point, she shifted her focus to being a full-time mom to take care of Tim as he grew up. Of all the things she achieved in life,

Tim was, and always will be, her most proud accomplishment. When Maureen wasn’t busy taking care of her son, she spent as much time as she could doing the things she loved. Whether it was watching nearly every Yankees game on TV (and often yelling during the games), tearing it up on the dance floor with Louis, or regularly attending and volunteering her time as a member of St. Dominic's Roman Catholic Church, Maureen always had a zest for life that was truly palpable. As life moved forward, so did Maureen and her family. Her son, Tim, began his family in Maryland, while Maureen and Louis spent a lot of time traveling between Oyster Bay, NY and Mountain Top, PA where they purchased and renovated a beautifully quaint mountain home. After many years of hosting friends and family in their homes, they decided to officially retire and relocate to somewhere warm; Longs, South Carolina. Just as they had done in New York and Pennsylvania, Maureen and Louis quickly became a staple in their community and built new friendships around every corner. She loved her new life in South Carolina, especially when her family came to visit - and at the end of the day, spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren was what made

her the happiest. Maureen was the daughter of the late William Fisher and Theresa Fisher. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Louis Vincent Aquilino, and her 10 siblings, Charlie, Joseph, William, Thomas, James, Jack, Mary, Helen, Theresa and Anne. She is survived by her sister, Joan Brehm (Englewood, FL); son, Timothy Michael Aquilino (Woodbine, MD) and her daughter-in-law, Polly Ann Aquilino (Woodbine, MD); her grandchildren, Joshua Davis Kidwell (Portland, ME), Timothy Michael Aquilino Jr. (Woodbine, MD), and Haley Carol Good (Taneytown, MD); her great-granddaughter, June Masi Kidwell

(Portland, ME); as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to honor Maureen at Devine Funeral Home in Oyster Bay, NY on Monday, February 19th for visitation from 2-4 PM, immediately followed by the

service at 4-5 PM.

Obituary Preview: Marion Rayve of East Norwich, NY on February 9, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of Leigh Anne Livolsi. Cherished grandmother of Robert, Janessa, Gia and Audrianna. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday February 21, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. at the Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home, Inc. 293 South St. Oyster Bay.

Obituary Preview: Nancy Simms Wheeler passed away on February 6, 2024. Nancy was raised in Oyster Bay, New York and graduated from Friends Academy in 1977. Nancy earned bachelor's and master's degrees and travelled the world teaching English as a Second Language. Beloved sister of Thomas (Susan) Wheeler and adoring aunt of Dylan, Aidan and Tyler Wheeler. Graveside Service will be held at 11:30am Wednesday March 13, 2024 at St. Patrick's Cemetery

on Chicken Valley Road in Upper Brookville, NY.

Obituary Preview: Andrea J. Dunne of Bayville, NY on February 2, 2024. Loving mother of Christopher, Abigail, Elisabeth and Jessica. Beloved daughter of the late John and Herta Gulaskie. Dear sister of Nancy Haarstick. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

Visiting will be at the Francis P. DeVine Funeral Home, Inc. on Tuesday from 3-7 p.m. Mass of Christian burial Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at the Church of St Gertrude in Bayville, NY.

Obituary Preview: Daniel Tauter of Oyster Bay, NY on January 22, 2024. Beloved son of Pawel and Ewa. Dear brother of Natalia. Cherished grandson of Czeslaw and Anna Tauter.

A memorial Mass will be held at the Chapel of St. Dominic Church on Tuesday February 6, 2024, at 10:30 a.m.

Obituary Preview: Aurelio "Ty" Gonzalez on December 31, 2023 of Oyster Bay. Devoted husband of Lucia. Loving father of Mark (Debra), and Michael. Beloved Uncle of Jackie (Steve).

Member of the Atlantic Steamer Fire Co. # 1 for over Seventy Years. Retired from the Town of Oyster Bay.

Family will receive friends Sunday January 7th 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Firematic Services 8:00 p.m.

Funeral Mass Monday 10:30 a.m. Chapel of St. Dominic's R.C.C.

Cremation Private.

Obituary Preview: Jeanne Adams Duhamel, of Oyster Bay, NY, aged 83, passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early morning of December 31, 2023. She was surrounded by loved ones. Jeanne was born in Brooklyn, NY on April 23,1940 and was a proud lifelong New Yorker. Afflicted with polio at the age of 3, she made a clear distinction that she was a survivor not a victim of polio. When doctors told her that she would never walk again, she tapped into her fierce determination, loaded her baby stroller with bricks, strengthened her legs, and proved them wrong. She went on to help her parents raise her six younger siblings. While she was somewhat physically restricted by polio, she never accepted any physical limitations. That stubborn determination carried her through many difficulties throughout her life and she was the true definition of a fighter. She was ecstatic when a vaccine was discovered which protected her siblings and future generations from the virus. As a result, Jonas Salk enjoyed celebrity status in her family. After attending Catholic University, she began her teaching career. Through teaching she met her future husband, Anthony L. Duhamel. Upon their marriage and despite the fact that she earned more than her husband, she was required to resign her teaching position since rules at the time did not allow women to work in the same district as their husbands. She went on to raise seven loving children and in an effort to make things better for them and all children, she felt it was her civic duty to get involved with the Public Library Board and later the local School Board. As a devout Catholic, she also felt called to teach CCD and ran that religious education program for St. Dominic’s during the 1970’s. After the birth of her 7th child, Jeanne was proud to start her teaching career again and with a big heart and a lot of compassion, she tutored teens on suspension in the Huntington Public school system. Later in life she found great joy volunteering at the Oyster Festival and local polling stations during elections. She also enjoyed working at the St. Ignatius Jesuit Retreat house at Inisfada. Throughout her life, Jeanne was proudest of her children and grandchildren. Jeanne was predeceased by her parents, James and Marie Adams, and her siblings James Adams, Michael Adams, and Patrice Wolf. She is survived by her siblings Peter Adams (Janice), Maryanne Bonom (Neil) and Christorpher Adams, her seven children, Margaret Duhamel, Kristine Giacobbe (Dean), Kerri Ward (George), James Duhamel (Cia), Michael Duhamel, Kathryn Duhamel (Dan), Colleen Reisner (Dave) and eight grandchildren, Sophia Catalina, Rich Catalina, Nick Catalina, Cole Giacobbe, Jack Giacobbe,

Gracen Ward, George Ward, Jr. and Henry Eisenberg.

A Mass of Christian Burial was at St. Dominic R.C.Chapel on January 4th. 2024 with Burial at The Green Wood Cemetery.

Obituary Preview: Elizabeth A. (Betty) Kempton of Syosset, at the age of 81. Retired Captain USAF, Served during

the Vietnam Conflict. Worked as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist in various Metropolitan. Hospitals. Devoted and active member of St. Edward the Confessor R.C. Church. The fourth of eight children, born to Kenneth & Grace Ahern Kempton. Survived by Vincent & Maureen Kempton, of Phoenix Arizona, Joseph & Helen Kempton of Melbourne, Florida, Mary & Bill Fay of Syosset, N.Y., and Charles Kempton of Williston Park, N.Y, also survived by her sister-in- law Geraldine Kempton of Lindenhurst, N.Y. and brother-in-law Paul Baruccheri of Levittown,

N.Y. Predeceased by her brother Eugene Kempton, her sister Grace Baruccheri, and sister-in-law. Joanne Kempton. She is the loving aunt of 20 nieces and nephews and 40 great nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday, January 3rd , 7PM – 9 PM, Thursday, January 4th , 2PM – 4PM & 7PM – 9PM. Mass of Christian Burial, 9:45 AM, Friday, January 5th , at St. Edward the

Confessor, R.C. Church in Syosset, N.Y.

Interment to follow Calverton National Cemetery.